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LOT 479

1994 Mercedes-Benz S500 (W140) Registration no. M922 NAG Chassis no. WDB1400502A209189

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Lot 479

1994 Mercedes-Benz S500 (W140)
Registration no. M922 NAG Chassis no. WDB1400502A209189

1994 Mercedes-Benz S500 (W140)
Registration no. M922 NAG
Chassis no. WDB1400502A209189

Odometer reading: 115,123
MOT: 19/05/22


*Recent respray
*Full logbook
*Recent service
*MOT expiry May 2022


Introduced in April 1991, the W140 generation of S-Class was a significant leap forward compared to its W126 predecessor. The purchase cost was 25% higher than before, however the price was justified as the W140 is one of the most well-engineered cars to ever be produced by Mercedes. There were many innovations (which are now common place on most modern cars), and this includes double glazed windows, a soft-closing boot lid and doors, xenon headlamps, rain sensing wipers, dual-zone climate control, and much more. The W140 also had a good selection of refined yet powerful engines to choose from, and at one point a V16 engine was almost developed for the W140.

This 1994 example is an S500 model which is equipped with the renowned 5.0-litre V8 engine that produces 315bhp and 347lbft of torque. It is presented in very good condition throughout and the body has just received a respray. The car comes equipped with a full log book and is reported to be running and driving well. A recent service and MOT has also recently been carried out with expiry in May 2022. A full HPI check has been undertaken on the car which has reported it as a Category D, C and N during its lifetime. This is a lot of car for the money however and it is currently in a very good condition.

Footnotes

Introduced in April 1991, the W140 generation of S-Class was a significant leap forward compared to its W126 predecessor. The purchase cost was 25% higher than before, however the price was justified as the W140 is one of the most well-engineered cars to ever be produced by Mercedes. There were many innovations (which are now common place on most modern cars), and this includes double glazed windows, a soft-closing boot lid and doors, xenon headlamps, rain sensing wipers, dual-zone climate control, and much more. The W140 also had a good selection of refined yet powerful engines to choose from, and at one point a V16 engine was almost developed for the W140.

This 1994 example is an S500 model which is equipped with the renowned 5.0-litre V8 engine that produces 315bhp and 347lbft of torque. It is presented in very good condition throughout and the body has just received a respray. The car comes equipped with a full log book and is reported to be running and driving well. A recent service and MOT has also recently been carried out with expiry in May 2022. A full HPI check has been undertaken on the car which has reported it as a Category D, C and N during its lifetime. This is a lot of car for the money however and it is currently in a very good condition.

Vendor Score Total: 62 /100

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Key for sellers' assessments:
1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing
2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage
3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well
4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout
5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well

EXTERIOR TOTAL: 15 /25
Body Work: 3
Paint: 3
Glass: 3
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 3
Wheels/Tyres: 3

RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 13 /20
Gearbox/Clutch: 4
Axles: 3
Suspension: 3
Brakes: 3

INTERIOR TOTAL: 12 /20
Seats: 3
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 3
Headlining: 3
Trim: 3

ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 6 /10
Main components: 3
Ancillary components: 3

ENGINE TOTAL: 15 /20
Starting: 4
Running: 4
Under Bonnet: 4
Mechanical components: 3

Car History File: 1

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